Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
georgii
ID:
817542

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mansf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 10: 478 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816876

Common Names

  • Georgii Catasetum
  • Catasetum Georgii
  • Catasetum Georgii

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Description

Catasetum georgii (also called Georg's Catasetum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It has long, thin leaves and produces fragrant, yellow-green flowers with fringed petals. It typically grows in humid tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Catasetum georgii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Catasetum georgii is yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catasetum georgii is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be protected from frost.

Where to Find Catasetum georgii

Catasetum georgii is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Catasetum georgii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catasetum georgii?

Catasetum georgii

What is the common name of Catasetum georgii?

Catasetum georgii

What is the natural habitat of Catasetum georgii?

Tropical regions of South America

Species in the Catasetum genus

Catasetum alatum, Catasetum albuquerquei, Catasetum bifidum, Catasetum carrenhianum, Catasetum caxarariense, Catasetum osakadianum, Catasetum palmeirinhense, Catasetum rigidum, Catasetum seccoi, Catasetum dasilvae, Catasetum perazolianum, Catasetum rectangulare, Catasetum bertioguense, Catasetum dejeaniorum, Catasetum aculeatum, Catasetum adremedium, Catasetum albovirens, Catasetum arietinum, Catasetum aripuanense, Catasetum ariquemense, Catasetum atratum, Catasetum barbatum, Catasetum bergoldianum, Catasetum bicallosum, Catasetum bicolor, Catasetum blackii, Catasetum blepharochilum, Catasetum boyi, Catasetum brichtae, Catasetum callosum, Catasetum carolinianum, Catasetum carunculatum, Catasetum cassideum, Catasetum caucanum, Catasetum cernuum, Catasetum charlesworthii, Catasetum cirrhaeoides, Catasetum cochabambanum, Catasetum collare, Catasetum colossus, Catasetum complanatum, Catasetum confusum, Catasetum coniforme, Catasetum costatum, Catasetum cotylicheilum, Catasetum cristatum, Catasetum cucullatum, Catasetum decipiens, Catasetum deltoideum, Catasetum denticulatum,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-35475: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Mansfeld (1901-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mansf.' in the authors string.